Eyes on Cowichan
@eyes-on-cowichan.bsky.social
Advocacy, observation and exploration tourism in in the Quw’utsun and Xwulqw'selu Watersed and beyond!
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My little Ruby-Crowned Kinglet friend I made. Usually you have about 1 second to get a pic. #rubycrownedkinglet #birdlovers #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #islandinfocus #westcoast #britishcolumbia #canada #Victoriabc #photo #canonphotography #photography #birds #canon #beaconhillpark
February 7, 2025 at 10:16 PM
My little Ruby-Crowned Kinglet friend I made. Usually you have about 1 second to get a pic. #rubycrownedkinglet #birdlovers #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #islandinfocus #westcoast #britishcolumbia #canada #Victoriabc #photo #canonphotography #photography #birds #canon #beaconhillpark
Legacy news finally covering front-line facts.
B.C.'s child welfare workers 'in crisis,' fix could take decade, says advocate
British Columbia's children's representative says child welfare social workers in the province are "in a state of crisis" and it will likely take a decade to fix things, even with committed efforts.
cheknews.ca
February 7, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Legacy news finally covering front-line facts.
After years of delays, the project to remove the sewage outtake from Quw'utsun Sta'lo (Cowichan River) has come full stop.
Escalating costs see City of Duncan stop construction of large sewer project
City wants more assistance from senior government levels
www.cowichanvalleycitizen.com
February 7, 2025 at 4:17 AM
After years of delays, the project to remove the sewage outtake from Quw'utsun Sta'lo (Cowichan River) has come full stop.
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Scientists, it’s been a rough week. And honestly, we don’t lift each other up enough—especially when it comes to mental health. Our careers are built on repetitive rejection of papers, grants, and jobs. That doesn’t define you. You and your science are incredible. Just wanted to remind you of that.
February 6, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Scientists, it’s been a rough week. And honestly, we don’t lift each other up enough—especially when it comes to mental health. Our careers are built on repetitive rejection of papers, grants, and jobs. That doesn’t define you. You and your science are incredible. Just wanted to remind you of that.
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I will mention this again with our @northcowichan.bsky.social staff and my fellow councillors today about not supporting X. How many more BC local govts have moved to BlueSky ? @townofladysmith.bsky.social @saanichbc.bsky.social are 2 others I know.
Good job View Royal! I've been advocating internally at City of Victoria to ditch our X/Twitter account. Hopefully we can do that soon.
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#yyj
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#yyj
View Royal ditches X account; mayor says Musk using platform to amplify trade war
“It’s pretty hard to justify … that we’re running on a platform that is amplifying remarks that are causing folks a whole lot of uncertainty,” View Royal Mayor Sid Tobias says
www.timescolonist.com
February 5, 2025 at 4:35 PM
I will mention this again with our @northcowichan.bsky.social staff and my fellow councillors today about not supporting X. How many more BC local govts have moved to BlueSky ? @townofladysmith.bsky.social @saanichbc.bsky.social are 2 others I know.
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We've been working hard the last 2yrs on engaging our community & bringing forward a new ec dev plan for @northcowichan.bsky.social . The recent month feels like all this work is about to be flipped upside down by Trumps administration. All levels of #canadian govt are affected. #bcpoli
www.connectnorthcowichan.ca
February 5, 2025 at 4:31 PM
We've been working hard the last 2yrs on engaging our community & bringing forward a new ec dev plan for @northcowichan.bsky.social . The recent month feels like all this work is about to be flipped upside down by Trumps administration. All levels of #canadian govt are affected. #bcpoli
Tim Hortons playing the trade-war-wild-card amidst widespread consumer realization that they're American-owned.
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Tim Hortons brings back the cups for Roll Up to Win contest
Tim Hortons is returning its famed Roll up to Win contest back to its roots.
www.ctvnews.ca
February 5, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Tim Hortons playing the trade-war-wild-card amidst widespread consumer realization that they're American-owned.
www.ctvnews.ca/business/art...
www.ctvnews.ca/business/art...
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My husband & I will fly our flag tomorrow. We carried it together for our trans son in two marches protesting transphobia. We live in rural BC and I have been afraid to fly it at our home. No more. I won't apologize or keep quiet about having empathy & respect. @bittersouth.bsky.social
February 5, 2025 at 7:35 AM
My husband & I will fly our flag tomorrow. We carried it together for our trans son in two marches protesting transphobia. We live in rural BC and I have been afraid to fly it at our home. No more. I won't apologize or keep quiet about having empathy & respect. @bittersouth.bsky.social
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This hit different. 17 years of use.
Happy to be shifting to privacy-focused non-US options. Looking for something open source that fits the bill, but for now using Proton.
Doing everything I possibly can to stop giving the US my money or data. Vive le Canada. 🇨🇦🇨🇦
Happy to be shifting to privacy-focused non-US options. Looking for something open source that fits the bill, but for now using Proton.
Doing everything I possibly can to stop giving the US my money or data. Vive le Canada. 🇨🇦🇨🇦
February 3, 2025 at 10:31 PM
This hit different. 17 years of use.
Happy to be shifting to privacy-focused non-US options. Looking for something open source that fits the bill, but for now using Proton.
Doing everything I possibly can to stop giving the US my money or data. Vive le Canada. 🇨🇦🇨🇦
Happy to be shifting to privacy-focused non-US options. Looking for something open source that fits the bill, but for now using Proton.
Doing everything I possibly can to stop giving the US my money or data. Vive le Canada. 🇨🇦🇨🇦
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It's a beautiful sunny day on the west coast of Canada. Take a break and get out in nature if you can.
#nature #trees #goforawalk
#nature #trees #goforawalk
January 22, 2025 at 8:26 PM
It's a beautiful sunny day on the west coast of Canada. Take a break and get out in nature if you can.
#nature #trees #goforawalk
#nature #trees #goforawalk
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“911 services in B.C. are the responsibility of local governments,” said a spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Safety.
The affected municipalities say the downloading of 911 dispatch costs into their budgets will add 2.7-to-6 per cent to property taxes this fiscal year, or $4.9 million.
“911 services in B.C. are the responsibility of local governments,” said a spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Safety.
The affected municipalities say the downloading of 911 dispatch costs into their budgets will add 2.7-to-6 per cent to property taxes this fiscal year, or $4.9 million.
10 South Vancouver Island mayors say new 911 costs 'unfair' and 'untenable'
The debate over if 911 dispatch services in B.C. should be coordinated and paid for provincially, or regionally heats up.
cheknews.ca
February 3, 2025 at 2:26 AM
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“911 services in B.C. are the responsibility of local governments,” said a spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Safety.
The affected municipalities say the downloading of 911 dispatch costs into their budgets will add 2.7-to-6 per cent to property taxes this fiscal year, or $4.9 million.
“911 services in B.C. are the responsibility of local governments,” said a spokesperson for the Ministry of Public Safety.
The affected municipalities say the downloading of 911 dispatch costs into their budgets will add 2.7-to-6 per cent to property taxes this fiscal year, or $4.9 million.
The union representing employees of Cowichan Valley's BC Transit Service has issued strike notice if a resolution can't be reached by Feb 7.
Transit strike in Cowichan Valley looming : My Cowichan Valley Now
Public transit is critical for many people in the Cowichan Valley, and a potential strike could cause significant disruption if it goes ahead. According to Unifor Local 114 and […]
www.mycowichanvalleynow.com
February 3, 2025 at 2:19 AM
The union representing employees of Cowichan Valley's BC Transit Service has issued strike notice if a resolution can't be reached by Feb 7.
February 3, 2025 at 12:46 AM
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Keeping things mellow today, staying away from the news cycle and just getting a nice walk around the community. #getoutside
February 1, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Keeping things mellow today, staying away from the news cycle and just getting a nice walk around the community. #getoutside
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Discover Cowichan Bay, the charming village on Vancouver Island. Plan your perfect Cowichan Bay Day Trip and explore its unique attractions!
#VancouverIsland #roadtrip #TravelAddicts ✈️
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#VancouverIsland #roadtrip #TravelAddicts ✈️
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Day Trip Cowichan Bay Vancouver Island
The salty air whispers secrets as you stroll along the waterfront of Cowichan Bay, an off-the-beaten-track village on Vancouver Island
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December 30, 2024 at 5:12 PM
Discover Cowichan Bay, the charming village on Vancouver Island. Plan your perfect Cowichan Bay Day Trip and explore its unique attractions!
#VancouverIsland #roadtrip #TravelAddicts ✈️
www.ramblynjazz.com/post/cowicha...
#VancouverIsland #roadtrip #TravelAddicts ✈️
www.ramblynjazz.com/post/cowicha...
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Cowichan mosssssss
January 1, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Cowichan mosssssss
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A few phone cam 'sketches' while walking with our dog along part of the Cowichan Valley Trail. I want to start making film photographs for my #cowichanwinter project if the rain would only pause for long enough. Patience is a virtue...
January 3, 2025 at 9:17 PM
A few phone cam 'sketches' while walking with our dog along part of the Cowichan Valley Trail. I want to start making film photographs for my #cowichanwinter project if the rain would only pause for long enough. Patience is a virtue...
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A beautiful Purple Finch hanging out with me on a frosty morning in Cowichan Bay. It’s getting chilly but it’s all clear skies and sunshine for a bit, thank goodness. #purplefinch #birds #birdlovers #nature #cowichanvalley #cowichanbayestuary #westcoast #britishcolumbia #canada #winter #photography
January 16, 2025 at 3:54 PM
A beautiful Purple Finch hanging out with me on a frosty morning in Cowichan Bay. It’s getting chilly but it’s all clear skies and sunshine for a bit, thank goodness. #purplefinch #birds #birdlovers #nature #cowichanvalley #cowichanbayestuary #westcoast #britishcolumbia #canada #winter #photography
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Catch a flight demo at The Raptors every weekend!
January 31, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Catch a flight demo at The Raptors every weekend!
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Oh to have this level of peace right now
Lovely crinoid swimming. @schmidtocean.bsky.social dive 786 #AntarcticClimateConnections #MarineLife
January 30, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Oh to have this level of peace right now